The American Automobile Association is predicting about three-quarters of a million fewer Americans will travel over the Independence Day Holiday this year compared to last year.
AAA-Idaho’s Dave Carlson says its the second consecutive year that travel will be down for what is typically the busiest summer holiday.
AAA Idaho’s Dave Carlson comments
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Soaring gasoline prices have been cited as the biggest reason for the decline. Idahoans are paying on average about $2.70 per gallon, up more than 35 cents since Memorial Day.
However, the price at the pump is significantly lower that a year ago when motorists were paying an average of $4.08 per gallon.
